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Nietta

TAS 7315 • Tasmania

63
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
59.96 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralBushlandHinterlandPeaceful

About Nietta

Nietta is a small rural locality in north-west Tasmania, situated in the hinterland approximately 35 kilometres south of Ulverstone and 45 minutes from the port city of Devonport. Covering around 60 square kilometres within the Central Coast Council area, the locality recorded a population of 63 at the 2021 Census. Nietta is set amid rolling agricultural land and forested ridges on the edge of the Tasmanian highlands, and is home to the remarkable Leven Canyon Reserve.

Leven Canyon Reserve is the locality's defining attraction — a free camping area at 820 Loongana Road that provides access to the deepest limestone ravine in Tasmania, where the Leven River plunges 275 metres below two dramatic lookout platforms. A 1.2-kilometre circuit track with 697 steps winds through cool temperate rainforest to cliff-edge viewpoints. Ulverstone and Devonport provide the nearest full range of services, making Nietta a peaceful base for those exploring north-west Tasmania's spectacular natural landscapes.

Nietta falls under postcode 7315 and is governed by the local council Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Lyons (Montgomery) electorate.

📍 Location

State
Tasmania
Postcode
7315
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
N/A
Federal Electorate
Braddon
State Electorate
Lyons (Montgomery)
Type
Locality
Timezone
Hobart (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-41.30°, 146.07°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
59.96 km²
Elevation
0m

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Ulverstone N/A

Commute to Hobart CBD

Distance
305 km
By Train
No train service in Tasmania
By Car (Peak)
Approx. 3.5 hrs via Bass Highway and Midland Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
Approx. 3.25 hrs

🛣️ Ulverstone is the nearest service town ~35km. Bass Highway connects west toward Burnie and east toward Devonport.

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

No local services exist in Nietta; a vehicle is essential, with Ulverstone providing the nearest shops and schools.

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
63
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
N/A
Personal Income 2021
N/A
▲ 0% increase

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nietta known for? +

Nietta is best known for the Leven Canyon Reserve, home to the deepest limestone gorge in Tasmania — the Leven River cuts 275 metres below two cliff-edge lookout platforms accessible via a 1.2km walking circuit.

How far is Nietta from Devonport? +

Nietta is approximately 45 to 50 kilometres south of Devonport, a drive of around 45 minutes to 1 hour on the Loongana Road.

Does Nietta have public transport? +

Nietta has no public transport services. Tasmania has no passenger rail, and no regular bus routes serve the locality; a private vehicle is required.

What is the population of Nietta? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of 63 in Nietta, reflecting its quiet rural and nature-based character in the Tasmanian hinterland.

Is Nietta a good place to visit? +

Nietta is an excellent destination for those seeking Tasmanian wilderness, with the Leven Canyon offering free camping, dramatic viewpoints, and cool temperate rainforest walks just 45 minutes from Devonport.

What is the postcode for Nietta? +

The postcode for Nietta, Tasmania is 7315.